1
as in specifying
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
try not to refer to the recent death of her aunt
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as in going (to)
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
she studied so she wouldn't have to refer to the book during the exam
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for referring (to)
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Reimbursements fall within thresholds the company sets in advance, specifying the number of hours of bad weather that must occur to qualify and the financial compensation to which a purchaser is entitled.—
Elaine Pofeldt,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025 -
When asked on Thursday if there are still migrants at Guantanamo, the Department of Homeland Security told CNN that there are, without specifying the number or nationalities, and said the possibility of sending more migrants remains open.—
Mauricio Torres,
CNN Money,
29 Aug. 2025
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Following yesterday’s RenMac podcast recommendation, worth mentioning is the BG Squared podcast hosted by Brad—shout out to Nick for flagging their latest episode.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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If Thug had come home from prison and refrained from mentioning Gunna, these clips may have never been released by fan pages like X account @Gunnaupdates.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
3 Sep. 2025
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Fractional leaders may combine paid executive roles with board positions, teaching or consulting work, and/or volunteer engagements.—
Melissa A. Wheeler,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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According to the consulting firm Arts Economics, less than half a per cent of works sell for more than a million dollars, and yet these lots make up more than half the total revenue of fine-art auctions.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
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Institutions remain hesitant, citing compliance uncertainty, poor execution quality, and limited integration with existing financial infrastructure.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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At least three senior CDC leaders have resigned citing Kennedy's leadership and vaccine policy.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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This could mean smiling at yourself in the mirror, reflecting on what nature offered you today, checking in with a friend or noticing a small act of self-kindness.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Hudak’s neighbor reported the watch missing after returning home from a two-week vacation and noticing it was gone on July 18, detectives say.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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Martin said, quoting Francis’ famous line in Spanish about how the church is open to everyone, todos.—
Nicole Winfield,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Sep. 2025
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Wake up, there’s a new Tim Robinson vehicle for your boyfriend to start obsessively quoting.—
Lucy Ford,
Time,
28 Aug. 2025
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Josh tends to appear via video link and those who have attended the meetings have remarked about his openness to listen to what is being said, while also noting that post-ESL, there has been more of an effort by the club and senior executives to engage with supporters.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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The pastor has decided to turn the other cheek, while noting the challenges his flock will face carrying out their ministry of aid.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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According to Amazon, the quilt has fewer returns than average compared to similar products, indicating that customers hold on to the popular set.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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However, continuing claims for benefits are above the lows, indicating some slowdown in people being rehired after losing their jobs.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Referring (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/referring%20%28to%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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